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Skin cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer in the UK. Malignant melanoma – the most serious type – has become the most common form of cancer in the 15 – 34 age group, but it can affect anyone of any age.
Even though the dangers of sunbathing and sunbed use are significantly linked to skin cancer, many people still don’t do enough to protect their skin.
Many instances of skin cancer could be prevented if people took more notice of sun safety issues. It’s still deemed normal to want to sunbathe as soon as the sun comes out and people often don’t realise that skin damage can occur even on cloudy summer days. A variety of sunscreen products exist, but confusion still occurs over how much to use, what sun protection factor (SPF) factor to choose and how often it should be applied.
If you’re looking for the facts about skin cancer, are keen to reduce your risk and learn how to become more savvy about sun safety, then you’ve come to the right place. This website supports the book, Skin Cancer and Sun Safety: The Essential Guide, by Rachel Newcombe.
Discover more details about the book and its contents, read details of the latest research and news relating to skin cancer and sun safety or check out the list of recommended resources.
Keep up-to-date with skin cancer and sun safety news by following on Twitter – http://twitter.com/SkinCancerSun
Disclaimer: This website is not an alternative to professional medical help and is for information purposes only. If you have any worries about skin cancer or are concerned about moles or patches of skin that have changed, then always seek the help of your GP or doctor.
